Carlsbad Sunset

I just finished a beach run. I need to get in shape. I can't be smoked when I have future competitors. I saw the sunset reflecting off the shallow shore. I had to run faster to grab my camera. I was sweating when I was taking these photos. It was nearly pitch black. A lot of the shutter of them were longer than a minute. Tripod, shutter remote, lowest ISO, f8-11, cool looking shots. It was a reward for me after the run.

 This was taken at the end of the run with my cell phone.

Feeling and looking tired after the run. I could barely smile.



You can see Oceanside Pier from there.

One of the inspirations for this photo and run. Funny/cute.

Everyone is leaving!!!!

AHHHH!!! Everyone is leaving San Diego one by one. Pete and Steph left on Christmas. I should know since I stalk them on Find Friends. Hahaa. Now Francis is leaving back to Dallas, then soon Brandon is heading back to work in Florida. What is happening!?

It was great to see everyone again. It's starting to become a real treat when we all get together. That's what the holidays are all about yeah? Ohhh yeah, I got an awesome Justin Bieber lunch box from my sister too. Thanks Jess.

On the last night Francis was in San Diego, people gathered up at the Tavern to watch the Laker game, drink, and hang out.

The next day, Francis wanted to see the ocean since that is something he misses out in Dallas. He made me appreciate the little things in San Diego such as palm trees. He was freaking out whenever he saw one. Reminded me not to take things for granted. A friendly reminder is always nice though.



Camera Info: the same. Hahaa!

Thanks for looking.

On location: The bigger the better.

I was fortunate enough to meet a wonderful couple a year ago. A friend suggested me to do their wedding. Young couple, they're as old as me! WHAT!? After the wedding, I started seeing them more around parties and discovering we have a lot of mutual friends. It was only right to follow through after their wedding as they took the next step of being a family. Jodine, carrying Eric's child is almost coming into this world. I want to put add a variety into my photography so this is my first time doing pregnant shots. I think I did ok. It was just a wonderful moment to see them walking along the beach, focused on what the future for them plus one. These are not all of them, but it gets a good idea what a wonderful family they'll be when Aiden comes.

All the shots were shot @ Del Mar beach. Shot with my Canon 20D with 50mm 1.4 lens. It was starting to become dark real fast because we were hoping to be clear skies. Couldn't be any more wrong. Clouds every where. We did our best. They were super cooperative as a couple and easy going. It's always good when they don't have any expectations.

Cool Beach

Today was a cool day, literally. I love shooting in cooler weather. As a photographer, as a hobby-ist, I prefer shooting on cloudy days. Usually the sun is always too strong and I always get harsh shadows on my subject. Unlike shooting with clouds, they act like a giant umbrella or light modifier. After taking care of a lot of stuff around the house and enjoying my day off, I had to go shooting. I decided to go to Oceanside Pier just to shoot. No self portraits, not for work, just to shoot. I haven't done that in a while, and it felt good. Cruising around the pier with my camera and iPhone on Pandora. I was able to grab some awesome shots, meet some cool photographer, and get collective with my thoughts. I just walked around the pier, carrying my camera just brings a lot of attention, maybe because I'm so Professional. Hahaa. Here were some shots. Thanks for checkin' them out too.

HDR of the Oceanside Pier

Another HDR, just practicing on that dreamy effect.
Some people love that look, but I had to practice it.

So many surfers today from young to old. Makes me want
to hit the water.

This guy was a beast, kinda hoggin' all the waves.

Rippin' it up!

Ruby's sounds sooooo good right now! A nice milk shake along with  that burger and fries.

The beach was warmer than inland.

Wish you were here.

I wanted to stay for sunset, but I got too hungry. Hahaa.